SB 1427 Summary

• Establishes the "Homeowner's Rights Act" granting Oklahoma homeowners the right to personally perform construction, installation, and repairs on their owner-occupied property including plumbing, electrical, roofing, and mechanical work without licensure, provided they obtain required permits, inspections, and disclose work when selling the property.

• Allows homeowners to personally manage, rent, lease, and sell their owner-occupied or rental property without obtaining a real estate license or using a licensed broker, and permits delegation of these functions to designated agents (family members, relatives, employees, or contractors) without requiring licensure.

• Prohibits municipalities from requiring disclosure of rental, lease, or property management agreements as a condition of property management or rental activities.

• Authorizes homeowners to be assisted by family members, relatives, and employees when performing construction and repairs, but requires licensed professionals for rental property work if a valid license is required by law.

• Amends plumbing, electrical, and mechanical licensure laws to exempt homeowners performing work on their own owner-occupied or rental property with assistance from family, relatives, or employees; effective November 1, 2016.